Tile is a wonderful and versatile floor and wall covering. Water-resistant, cool to the touch, relatively easy to clean and maintain, and, if properly installed, long-lasting. That doesn’t mean it can ...
Q: Faucets leaked in my son-in-law’s tiled bathtub enclosure, which caused the old greenboard below them to dissolve and a few rows of tiles to come loose. I know it is virtually impossible to match ...
You can cut circular holes in subway or other tile, using inexpensive diamond hole saws. They come in many different ...
A chipped tile can be a trip hazard and you can cut your foot on the sharp edges. Chipped and broken tiles must be repaired. Dirty and crumbled grout can make your home appear unkempt. Here’s how to ...
Broken bathroom tiles let moisture seep below the surface to cause real damage. You should always fix a broken tile, but experts say it may require more than yanking out one to set another. Floor, ...
Not every color will suit every space.
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How to paint tiles correctly in 6 steps

The old tiles in the bathroom no longer match current tastes? No problem—tiles can be painted. However, there are some differences compared to painting a wall with emulsion paint. What should you keep ...